Sea of Vapour

A pair of recycled gold hoop earrings with an organic form and raw finish

Drawing inspiration from the ‘Sea of Vapour’ — one of the twelve Lunar Maria

100% recycled solid 9ct gold

Measuring approximately 28mm tall and 15mm at their widest point

Hallmarked with Ara the altar’s registered mark at the Sheffield Assay Office

To wear — The inside of each earring has a groove to catch the end of the ear wire. Once in the ear, gently push the ear wire down and into the groove. To remove, gently lift the ear wire vertically

The Lunar Maria

The rapid cooling of basaltic lava resulted in the twelve volcanic rock formations on the moon, collectively known as the Lunar Maria

The Lunar Maria or ‘Seas of the Moon’, were given their names by early astronomers who mistook their solid forms for liquid

Please allow up to 6 weeks for Sea of Vapour to be created in gold before dispatch

Also offered in recycled solid 925 sterling silver

The Lunar Maria family is worn by Ikebana tutor Junko Popham

Responsibly styled with custom ceramic moons by DOHM ceramics

Every piece of Ara adornment is accompanied by a European hemp pocket, designed in-house & ethically made here in the UK with minimal waste. and naturally hand dyed by Lauren.